the editor
To all the readers of MWBH Magazine:
The November issue has finally arrived, and we have tons of great
articles, pictures, and more exciting items to share in this issue.
We would like for everyone to welcome beauty expert Kristie Kennedy and writing enthusiast Candise Lofton to the MWBH team! This
is their first issue with us, and we are extremely happy for them to be
joining our dynamic team of professionals that make each of our issues possible.
Please let us know if you have any feedback, suggestions, questions,
or general comments that you would like to share with us. Feel free to
email us at: info@midwestblackhair.com.
Thank you,
Malisse Lockhart-Ford
Editor-In-Chief
Midwest Black Hair Magazine

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contributors

Nikki Binion

Nikki Binion is a Chicago native cosmetologist, with an extensive back-ground
in fashion, runway, video shoots and special events. Her exceptional talent and
creativity has made her a successful salon owner, an independent artist at Kanvas
Salon & Spa II. Nikkiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vast experience and industry knowledge has given her the
opportunity to become a regional freelance glam tech. She is a hairstylist, a lash
and brow specialist and truly believes in the art of healthy hair. Nikki is a licensed
Cosmetologist from Creative Hairstyling Academy and has a passion for making
the everyday client look and feel like a star.

Kristie Kennedy

Kristie Kennedy is a dynamic and inspiring creative artist across
multiple platforms. She is passionate about inspiring women to be
their best in every area of their lives. Her how to makeup videos
are showcased on Tyra Banks TypeF.com and Style Videos on Ehow
Style.com. www.kristiekennedy.com

Candise Loften

Candise Lofton is a native Detroiter with a passion for writing. She
enjoys music and the arts. Candise has earned a Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree in
Public Administration and a Bachelor in Written Communications/
Technical writer.

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Review:
Dr. Amerson’s Alopecia Awareness Cruise 2012
By Dr. Linda Amerson
My 1st Alopecia Awareness Cruise
was a tremendous success! We set
sail September 10-15, 2012, to the
Western Caribbean. After fifteen
months of marketing and advertising
this highly anticipated cruise, it was
off the chain!!! All of my guests truly
enjoyed themselves. We departed
from Galveston, TX, and docked at
Yucatan Progresso and Cozymel.

much fun, gained weight with the all you
could eat food 24/7, shopped, relaxed, did
beach excursions, other excursions, relaxed
in the hot tub, sang karaoke, laughed, line
dancing, attended shows, played dominoes,
played taboo- men against the women,
played spades and whatever we wanted to
do.

After departure, I surprised everyone
with tote bags full of goodies…and
stepped out of the box to write and
sing a cruise theme song. “Cruise
with a purpose” was an instant success! I was so excited that everyone
loved it! It was suggested that I go
into a recording studio and record
it to music and have it copyrighted.
So that is what I am doing before it
is released. How exciting…my own
cruise theme song! You will hear it
soon!!!
Since we were combining alopecia
awareness and vacation, we only
had a schedule for Awards Night
and the two Educational Trichology
Seminars by Dr. Amerson. We had so

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Dr. Amerson’s Alopecia Awareness Cruise 2012 - Cont.

The winner of my essay contest
won a FREE Cruise for parent and child! During Awards
Night, my essay winner Cayla
Staples read her winning essay,
received surprise gifts, I played
a surprise congratulatory DVD,
including her original song
“You Are Beautiful” from Songstress/Motivational Speaker/Life
Coach Sandra Dubose-Gibson.
Lastly, I presented certificates
to everyone, and highlighted
two custom awards, designed
by Artist Tyra Goodley for Dr.
Amerson, were presented to:
Essay Winner Cayla Staples
Corporate Award to Children’s
Alopecia Project, Inc.

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Dr. Amerson’s Alopecia Awareness Cruise 2012 - Cont.

Appreciation Certificates were given to my
8 Media Partners.
EncoreHD Hair Magazine
Trendsetters To Trendsetters Magazine
I Messenger Newsletter
Chocol8 Magazine Inc.
Perfected Magazine
Midwest Black Hair Magazine
Glam Galore Events
Southern Dallas County Business & Living
Magazine
I would like to give a special thanks to Dr.
Doris Crawford, Mr. Kenneth Williams,
Mrs. LaNette Kincaid, and Mrs. Sandra
Dubose-Gibson who gave donations/gifts
to my essay winner Cayla Staples. Also,
Graphic Artist Derek Payne, and Artist
Tyra Goodley for designing my unique
awards for my honorees.
With excitement, are preparing for our
2nd Annual Cruise With A Purpose 2014!
Dates TBA on the beautiful Carnival
Magic for 7 relaxing days and 2 educational seminars! My Alopecia essay is for
children ages 10-18.
The essay theme is “I have Alopecia, but it
does not define who I Am.” Essay deadline is July, 2013. The essay winner will
win a FREE Cruise for the parent and
child. Cruise coordinator is Ms. Armie
Snarley. Send all essay submissions to me.

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ed areas of the face when it comes to
beauty are the eyebrows. Countless
women have no desire to have their
eyebrows waxed off, threaded away
or tweezed to perfection.
It is important to know that the
eyebrows are the frame of the face.
They are just as significant as the eye
make-up painted beneath. Would
you purchase a rare Rembrandt
portrait enclosed in a tattered frame?
I didn't think so. So why would one
apply gorgeous eye color surrounded
by unruly brow hair? It's still an ancient mystery.
Many women are quite apprehensive
about having their brows sculpted
due to fear that too much hair will
be removed. Especially, if untrained
hands have touched them in times
past. Additionally, due to a common misunderstanding they choose
not to have their brows cleaned. A
widespread misperception is that the
brow is too thin. If there is hair on
your face, we can always take it from
good to great! Often, ladies state they
will not get their brows done due to
the fear of experiencing ghastly and
unbearable pain. Rest assured, it will
be over before you know it. As the
old adage goes no pain, no gain. You
are well worth every ooh and ouch!
Lastly, many women have schedules
that are overcrowded and aren't
interested in adding one more task
to their to do list. Generally, you will
only need to schedule brow maintenance every 3-4 weeks based on the
rate in which your hair grows.
It is essential to allow only a licensed
professional create a custom brow
design for you. One who will keep
your face and natural brow in mind.
Additionally, you should understand

Beauty
and the

Brow

eyebrow dimensions if you plan to
do any home maintenance. To avoid
over tweezing know where your
brow should begin and end. The
starting point is from the base of
your nose to the inner corner of your
eye nearest the bridge of the nose.
Your arch (highest point) should fall
directly in line with the outer edge
of the iris and the tail of the brow is
measured from the base of the nose
to the furthest corner of the eye closest to the temple.
If you are ready to take your beauty
to the next level of excellence always
remember it's the little things that
make a big difference. If you don't
think the brow really matters, ask
yourself the question, what is a beautifully wrapped gift without a ribbon
and bow? Exactly. Now go get those
brows done at once!
KRISTIE KENNEDY IS KNOWN
AS "THE UNSTOPPABLE BUTTERFLY", A DYNAMIC WOMEN'S
EMPOWERMENT SPEAKER and
BEAUTY EXPERT. She is a visionary
leader that operates in a multiplicity

By: Kristie Kennedy

of gifts with a passion for beauty,
business and fashion. Currently,
Ms. Tallahassee, Fl. for Ms. Corporate America 2012. She was
crowned in September 2010 as the
2010 American Image National
Woman. She is a Licensed Esthetician/Beauty Advisor (Aveda
Beauty Institute), Makeup Artist/
Educator for Larenim Cosmetics,
Former Makeup Artist/Educator
for Mirabella Cosmetics, Songwriter, Poetess, Recording Artist,
Author, Jewelry Designer, Fashion
Model, National Spokes model
for Fibroid Tumors and Former
Modeling Instructor. Her how
to makeup videos are currently
showcased on Tyra Banks beauty
website www.typef.com. She is a
daring woman who is unafraid to
take calculated risks. Her gift of
inspiration brings a pure delight to
anyone she meets. Ms. Kennedy
believes it is essential to remain
steadfast, unmovable and always
abounding in the work that is set
before you in order to achieve lasting success.
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Newly established nail salon located in Junction City, KS based on the
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Darico Jackson stepped out
with Keyisha Cole at a who’s
who list of Hollywood’s biggest
and brightest black starlets for
the 2012 “Black Girls Rock”
event. Darico took Keyisha
from last year’s “no care hair”
to a softer style for the event.
Keyisha is one of those African-American stars who are
capable of wowing their audience and fans beside everyone
else by the way they look.
One of the major parts of her
eye-catching looks is her hair
and no one does Hollywood’s
hair better than DaRico Jackson. “Keyisha hair is always
evolving. “ She tries various
haircuts, sometimes it’s long or
medium while other times it’s
totally short says DaRico.
DaRico’s work has long been
admired by his peers and
celebrity clientele alike as well
as top fashion photographers
such as Shaun Alexander. He
is well known for being able to
visualize how someone could
look with the right transforming style, and then he makes it
a reality for them.

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He recently created these drop dead looks for Stacey
Dash that were inspired by international catwalk trends
and retro trends after Dash came under fire for her
support of Mitt Romney.” We all have our own personal causes in our lives outside our careers that mean
so much to us. I love being around people so working
in an environment that is both social and creative is
perfect for me, says Darico.” None of us know when we
may need a helping hand, so I also enjoy working with
charities throughout the year.
In addition to the “Black Girls Rock” celebration for
the organization, founded by DJ Beverly Bond which
aims to empower and mentor young women of color,
while also promoting a positive portrayal of black
women in the media. He also worked on “An Afternoon of Elegance” celebrity charity fashion event for”
A Love Beyond Me,” which is a charity devoted to
uplift, encourage and inspire young children battling
life threatening illnesses. DaRico and his Glam Team
created the big hair for the afternoon show that was inspired by the 60’s and 70’s. His glam team boasts of LA’s
top glamologists that included makeup artists Rhonda
Bean, Ashley Gomilla, Valerie Page and hairstylists Jasmine Brod, Feana Smith, Andrea Pezillon and Michelle
McFadden.
In his role as a creative instructor for the Mizani Hair
care company, DaRico is involved in developing the
company's signature hairdressing techniques and travels the world presenting his expertise to international
hairdressing audiences.

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Take a look at some of the looks from the Black Girls Rock
Awards, which will be airing on November 4th on BET.

Who is Stacy Powell?
Stacy is a multitude of things. She is a complex
woman a born regulator and most times mis-understood. Her bold no non-sense attitude is also
accompanied by a sharp tongue and quick witted
infectious personality. To the surprise of many underneath her sassiness is a very warm and generous
character that is very pleasant and charismatic. She
is the girl next door, a Diva, a leader, Americas Next
Top Model, a daughter, sister, aunt, friend, fighter,
lover, Instructor, Activist, advocate, writer, Trendsetter, role model, helpmate, a treasure, a joy……
What inspired you to become an instructor?
Becoming an instructor was like second nature for
me. It was only what made sense. It was clear to
me very early on that I had an effect on people. For
some reason I talk and people listen. I am and always have been in Love with Cosmetology, and I’ve
never been a stranger to helping, so here I am.
What are your interests outside the world of cosmetology?
What world outside of Cosmetology??? LOL. Is
there a world outside of Cosmetology? It’s in everything an I take it with me everywhere I go in some
shape or form. But to answer your question. Im
really a girls girl. So I’m no stranger to the kitchen.
I’m a bad girl in the kitchen too. I like to dance (Im
a Stepper) and love music, Im a real dusties smooth
groove type a girl.If I have music a bad situation
can become enjoyable. I enjoy spending time with
family and I don’t know why because all we do is argue. LOL and I usually start most of the arguments.
I Cant help it I love em and if only they did what I
said then every little thing would be alright (In my
Bob Marley singing voice)
What challenges have you faced in adding proprietary and instructor to your resume?
The biggest challenges of my career have been
maintaining balance. The demands of life don’t get
easier as you move up they get much more intense

and balance was always my struggle. If I’m
in then it 125% or nothing. I had to learn to
balance my professional and personal life.
What made you become a stylist?
I don’t think that one becomes a stylist I
think a being a stylist becomes one. Its becoming on some like the good fit of a hand
in a glove. In my case I think I was a stylist
long before I really understand the meaning of the word.
Do you feel being a stylist is a natural talent or an acquired skill?
Both. It is a natural talent and an acquired
skill. What we have to understand about
though is the skill is not so easily acquired
without talent but most importantly talent.
Most can learn to do anything with enough
instruction and practice, nobody regardless
to how great the instructor or intention can
be taught to have passion or talent.
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What inspires you?
Believe it or not I’m inspired by
everything. Sometimes, a lot of
times music is one of the biggest
sources of inspiration for me,
other times it color, scenery but
most of all the God.
What suggestions do you have
for inspiring stylist?
Inspiring stylist should focus not
only on style & trend but business. Stylists are big givers. We
share our creative talents, our
opinions and the like and have
such a great deal of passion for
what we do that we sometimes
forget it’s a business.
What advice do you have for new
stylist?
With that the best advice I could
give a new stylist is to have good
business practices. Be fair and
understanding when necessary
¸but be business minded at all
times.

Do you have other goals outside the world of cosmetology?
Outside of Cosmetology I have my personal goals.
Marriage, children a white house with a 2 car
garage, picket fence and a happy ending. Lol. No
really family is very important to me and is one of
my biggest unaccomplished goals, but I do have
some other business ventures that I would like to
fulfill. I have always wanted a ice cream shop. You
know like the old ones where you would sit on a
bar stool and order a float or milkshake.
******
PAC (Powell Academy of Cosmetology) is a continuing education hub for professional stylists
who are seeking advanced training. It was developed to offer cutting edge technology and trends.
“As CEO of PAC I am responsible for making sure
that the cutting edge is delivered to those who are
seeking it.”
Phone: 708-872-7227
Website: www. Powellacademycos.com.

How would you suggest handling a situation when a style
goes wrong?
When a style goes wrong its
usually because the stylist has
lost sight of the goal or is using the wrong method in hopes
of achieving that goal. In these
cases the stylist will need to
stop the process. Think back to
the fundamentals of Cosmetology and hair styling, regroup
and return to basic methods for
correction. If you panic it will
get worse, remain calm and can
think clearly.

Nik
Scott
is
more
than
a
natural
hair
blogger
and
YouTuber.
Nik
is
a
self-­‐proclaimed
ambassador
for
Christ,
wife,
mother,
artist,
dreamer
and
DOER!
Nik
Scott
began
her
natural
hair
journey
on
January
3,
2009
–
the
date
of
her
final
relaxer
touch-­‐up.
Nik
transitioned
her
hair
from
relaxed
to
natural
for
two
years
before
cutting
off
her
relaxed
ends
and
hasn’t
looked
back!
Nik
strongly
believes
that
embracing
her
natural
hair
has
been
THE
best
thing
that
she’s
ever
done
for
her
hair,
and
her
life!
Since
going
natural,
Nik
has
experienced
shiner,
healthier
and
longer
hair
–
not
to
mention
the
freedom
that
she
experienced
from
letting
go
of
her
relaxed
ends
seeped
into
other
areas
of
her
life!
Nik
was
so
excited
about
her
newly
found
freedom
that
she
told
as
many
people
as
she
could
in
hopes
that
they,
too,
could
experience
the
same
freedom
she
felt!
Nik
soon
realized
that
many
people
didn’t
want
to
go
natural
because
they
thought
that
they
had
to
cut
all
of
their
hair
off
to
do
it!
It
was
for
this
reason
that
Nik
sat
down
to
pen
10
Easy
Steps
To
Go
Natural
Without
Cutting
Your
Hair
Off!.
Released
for
public
sale
in
July
of
2012,
Nik’s
book
is
the
first
book
of
its
kind
and
has
quickly
become
the
best
selling
book
for
women
desiring
to
transition
to
natural
hair.
You
can
purchase
the
paperback
version
of
10
Easy
Steps
To
Go
Natural
Without
Cutting
Your
Hair
Off!
on
the
book’s
main
webpage
at
www.10EasyStepsToGoNatural.com
and
the
Kindle
version
at
www.Amazon.com
or
from
your
Kindle-­‐ready
device.
Connect
with
Nik
online!
Facebook.com/lhdctv
Twitter.com/inikscott
Instagram@inikscott
YouTube.com/longhairdontcarellc

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Don't want to be tied down by the obligations of high maintanenced hair color
but looking for a new look? Try getting you hair ombréd. What's ombré? I'm glad
you asked. Ombré is the technical term for the process of color in which only 3-5
inches of the tips of your hair is dyed. Its fun, fresh and low maintanenced.
With this method you don't have to worry
about getting root touch ups. You can either allow this process to grow out or just
freshen up the ends from time to time.
What I think would be fun is depending
on how high you lighten your tips (blond
wise) you can change the colors from gold
to pink from green to blue. Have fun with
your hues and don't be afraid to make a
statement.
Remember you are not nessecarily married to this fun frenchy. Take this time to
have the best of both worlds all at once!
Another hair color tip:lack commitment
but love change, stay away from black hair
color. The darker you go the harder it is
to go over with another color or remove.
Color does not remove color so you will
either be growing out or cutting off.
Photo of Teyona Taylor wearing the Ombre’ look.

It’s an epidemic that’s rarely talked about,
but its effects are devastating. If you’re one
of the 30 million women suffering from the
heartbreak of hair loss or thinning hair, every
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You look in the mirror and see your scalp.
You feel the stares of friends and you know
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About The Memorials
The Memorials were spearheaded by Bay Area drumming prodigy, Thomas Pridgen, in
December of 2009. After a few years performing with The Mars Volta, Thomas turned
his attention to forming his own group, incorporating a range of styles as diverse as the
experiences of the bands members. Instead of becoming another rock bands’ heartbeat,
the focus was to collaborate with proficient musicians whom Thomas felt would fill a
void he has heard in rock music throughout his life. Thomas reached out to friends and
former students of the esteemed Berklee College of Music, Viveca Hawkins (vocals),
and Nick Brewer (guitars), to join him in his newest endeavor. Recording with his
friend’s yielded a family vibe that enabled a comfortable yet intense recording process.
The groups’ assets were rounded out with the addition of a bass, organ, synthesizers,
and multiple percussive elements. Thomas describes The Memorials’ first record as:
“For me it was important to put a band together with my friends, and ya know, the
record is a rollercoaster. Some songs are hard, but will make you cry by the end....”
The aura of the recording sessions, and Thomas’ vision for the group, are reflected in
the views of the bands members. Viveca Hawkins glows when speaking of the project:
“We have totally made this project out of love…This album is made of the best of us,
we put our hearts and souls into this.”
The passion and intensity of the recording sessions is audible on The Memorials debut
effort, as they combine a vast array of sounds atop Thomas and Nick’s compositions.
Nick’s sprawling guitars and Thomas’ thick drums serve as the core of the sound,
while Viveca’s voice brings it together perfectly. The end music is intelligent and
calculated, exhibiting certain pop sensibilities within the scope of songs that rock out.
The compositions highlight each musician’s incredible talent, while creating textured
tracks that feel like vignettes of a band finding their stride.

Can you tell us a little bit
about yourself?
I helped create the universe.
I am a star fruit. My band is
called the memorials.
At what age did you start
playing the drums and singing?
I've been singing since I've
been breathing
Do you play any other instruments?
I can get around the keys a Lil
bit but I'd say I've mastered the
kazoo.
When did you determine that
you wanted to be a professional vocalist?
I have never had a greater aspiration in my life.
If you could collaborate with
any other musician dead or
alive, who would it be?
Tu PAC and jimi... gangsta!
What other projects do you
have coming up?
I am trying to do some more
solo work even if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just a mix
tape.

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What other hobbies do you
have?
I love nature. I like goin hiking
and working in the garden and
stuff...
Describe your style.
I'm kinda anti fashion but I clean
up real nice ;)
What is your favorite hair style?
I love a good messy bun or a foe
hawk but I usually just wear my
hair down.
If you could only have one hair
product, what would it be?
I don't think I would survive?!?!
Maybe Aragon oil
What is your natural hair regimen?
I use Loreal evercream sulfate free
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leave in and Aragon oil to finish
it off!
Would you would like to say
anything else to our readers?
My band the memorials is touring
Europe and we have two albums
available on iTunes! The memeorials and delirium! Please check
out my music on bandcamp as
well:

vivecahawkins.bandcamp.com

Thomas Pridgen
At what age did you start playing the
drums?
I started playing drums at 3 years old
Do you play any other instruments?
I like messing with hand drums but I
work on the Mpc a lot
When did you determine that you
wanted to be a professional musician?
I knew I wanted to be a professional
musician very early
If you could collaborate with any other
musician dead or alive, who would it
be?
I'd love to work with prince I think he's
always played with awesome drummers
and his musical ethic is intense.
What other projects do you have coming up?
Well yeah, I've been playing on a log of
records these days.
What other hobbies do you have?
I like to do art and travel .
Describe your style.
I really can't lol I wear all kinds of weird
stuff.
When did you choose to start growing
dreds?
I started when I was 19 then I cut them
Then grew them back .
What is your favorite hair product that
you like to use on your dreds?
I use the tropical root hair oil.
Hardest thing about locks is having to
keep them moisturized

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Midwest Black Hair Magazine Advertising Sales Agent
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Location:
-Description:
Midwest Black Hair Magazine is a monthly publication that is devoted to showcasing African
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putting a spotlight on hair & beauty events in the Midwest, and providing hair, beauty, and
health information.
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candidate will be responsible for creating new and servicing existing accounts, sales experience a
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Midwest Black Hair Magazine Marketing/Advertising
Intern
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Company/Publication Name:
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Location:
-Description:
Midwest Black Hair Magazine is a monthly publication that is devoted to showcasing African
American hair styles, promoting local hair and beauty stylist, supporting local small businesses, putting a spotlight on hair & beauty events in the Midwest, and providing hair, beauty, and health information.
We are looking for a Marketing/Advertising Intern to join our team.
Candidate would be responsible for assisting with marketing and advertising campaigns for
the magazine.
Candidates should have the following:
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Midwest Black Hair Magazine Graphic Design/Media
Intern
Job/Internship type:
Unpaid Internship
Company/Publication Name:
Midwest Black Hair magazine
Location:
-Description:
Midwest Black Hair Magazine is a monthly publication that is devoted to showcasing African
American hair styles, promoting local hair and beauty stylist, supporting local small businesses, putting a spotlight on hair & beauty events in the Midwest, and providing hair, beauty, and
health information.
We are looking for a Graphic Design intern to join our team.
Candidate would be responsible for assisting the Editor and Art Director with the design of the
monthly issues, photo editing, and assistance with promotional merchandise.
Candidates should have the following:
Very Creative
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Good communication skills
Ability to prioritize work and meet tight deadlines
Experience with Adobe CS4/CS5
Knowledge or open to learn Adobe Premiere Pro
Candidate should have access to a computer with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
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Midwest Black Hair Magazine Freelance Contributor
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Location:
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American hair styles, promoting local hair and beauty stylist, supporting local small businesses,
putting a spotlight on hair & beauty events in the Midwest, and providing hair, beauty, and
health information.
We are looking for freelance contributors to join us that have an interest in the hair & beauty
industry, and also have a passion for writing.
Candidates should have the following:
Creative
Open to write about different subjects
Be able to bring your own article ideas to the table
Skill set in writing and editing
Familiar with the African American hair and beauty industry
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